Chronic aortic stenosis can sometimes lead to left ventricular hypertrophy. Why?

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Chronic aortic stenosis can sometimes lead to left ventricular hypertrophy. Why?
Due to chronic aortic stenosis,i.e.narrowing of the aortic valve,the oxygen-rich blood from the lungs which has finally reached left ventricle,the last chamber of the heart before getting distributed to various body parts through aorta,gets accumulated here since the outlet has narrowed down,thereby giving rise to ballooning and a thicker muscle mass in left ventricle which is the largest pumping chamber of the heart.Hence the left ventricular hypertrophy.  (+ info)

Left ventricular hypertrophy with qrs widening and st elevation present in anterior leads. What does this mean?

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, I hade an ekg done on 11/09/09 and this was the result. I have since had to have a stress test but have not received the results. Can anyone shed some light on this for me ? Thank You !
Your cardiologist ordered the stress test because the electrical measurements on the electrocardiogram can often mislead physicians in diagnosing the heart condition of left ventricular hypertrophy. Such a qrs waveform widening is a sign of left ventricular hypertrophy, but other screening tests should be done before a definitive conclusion can be made. So, unfortunately you will have to wait for the stress test results and your cardiologist's interpretation of the tests. Best of luck to you.  (+ info)

What are the main causes of left ventricular hypertrophy?

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Left ventricular hypertrophy usually develops in response to excessive blood pressure (pressure overload) or excessive blood volume filling the left ventricle (volume overload).

Pressure overload
Causes of pressure overload include:

* Hypertension. Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood pumped by the heart and how the blood vessels respond to the pressure (resistance). High blood pressure is the most common cause of left ventricular hypertrophy.
* Aortic stenosis. This is a condition in which there's a narrowing of the aortic valve, the flap separating your heart from the aorta, the large blood vessel that branches off your heart and delivers oxygen-rich blood to your body. When the aortic valve is narrowed, blood flow from the heart into the aorta and on to your body is obstructed. Aortic stenosis causes blood pressure to build in the left ventricle.

Volume overload
Causes of volume overload include:

* Aortic valve regurgitation. Aortic valve regurgitation is a condition in which the heart valve separating the left ventricle and the aorta doesn't close properly, resulting in some blood flowing backward into the left ventricle. This increases the volume of blood in the left ventricle.
* Dilated cardiomyopathy. Cardiomyopathy refers to a weakening of the heart muscle. The condition may be inherited or acquired later in life. Dilated cardiomyopathy involves the enlargement of one or more chambers of your heart. An enlarged left ventricle is able to fill with more blood and requires more force to pump it out to your body.

Left ventricular hypertrophy can occur in the absence of pressure or volume overload. An inherited condition that causes a thickening in part or all of the heart (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) can cause left ventricular hypertrophy.  (+ info)

I have concentric left ventricular hypertrophy, and symptoms of heart failure, is it possible to have COPD too

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also have chronic hypertension, should I take Advair?
I know this is two questions.
Yes, you can have COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) too! Ask your doctor if Advair is right for your condition.

Concentric LVH is probably a result of the chronic hypertension. It means that the wall of your left ventricle is thickened or enlarged. Hypertension that isn't well controlled makes your heart work harder to pump the blood out to your body, thereby making your heart muscle thicker or hypertrophic. Keep a close eye on your blood pressure so you can prevent this from worsening! That's one muscle that you don't want growing too much!

Hope this helps.  (+ info)

Can you join the service if you have recently been diagnosed with Left Ventricular Hypertrophy?

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Hey, I'm 21, and want to join the service, but do you think i would be accepted with this condition?
lol thx namairb2..and that sux

wow, u make it sound like im about to die or something...am I? oh shit...am I?
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Medical Question : Relationship between Left Ventricular Hypertrophy and angina pectoris?

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i'm a first year medical i'm wondering if left sided hypertrophy may cause angina pectoris (i think that left vent. hypertrophy cause compression on the coronary vascular system resulting in cardiac myocyte ischaemic pain ) but left vent. hypertrophy is not mentioned as a predisposing factor to angina in my textbook
i'm a medical student and this is academic question
Yes it can. Angina pectoris occurs if there is a mismatch between the blood supply of the heart and the demand for nutrients by the heart muscle. When someone has left ventricular hypertrophy the heart muscle requires more blood supply to supply it's demands. Angina can occur if the blood supply is unable to meet the needs. For example, Aortic stenosis leads to left ventricular hypertrophy and angina is a classic symptom of it. I hope that answers your question, but if not let me know. Good luck with your studies.  (+ info)

What does "mild concentric left ventricular hypertrophy" mean?

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Your left ventricle is straining for whatever reason and the muscle mass increases. No that's not good because it diminishes the size of the ventricle and therefore how much blood can be pumped out of it So your cardiac output drops. The doctors will let you know your options. And why didn't you ask your doctor? He should have fully explained it to you. And by the way it does say "mild" so it's probably nothing to worry about right now.
God bless.  (+ info)

Left Ventricular Hypertrophy - What is it exactly?

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Hello,

Just got diagnosed with it, and was prescribed norvasc to help regulate blood pressure. It kinda feels like im about to have a heart attack, but then the pain usually goes away if i take ibuprofen. So I know it has something to do with BP, but what exactly is it, how does it effect your heart, and what's the best way to treat it?
The left ventricle is the chamber of your heart that pumps oxygen rich blood out to your body. It can grow(hypertrophy) due to increased workload, usually due to increased preload. Preload is the amount of blood leaving the Left atrium(which leads into your left ventricle). Some people have increased pressure or volume(blood) going into the left ventricle. This causes it to stretch more, but also grows in response to more work. Muscles grow when they have to work harder, it's the basis for working out. The reason this is not a good thing is because it can lead to other problems later on. Keep up with your medications and follow doctors orders to the fullest. Good Luck.  (+ info)

Left Ventricular Hypertrophy. Is this a serious condition?

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I recently experienced some chest pains and consequently attended the A&E department of the local hospital. I under went a series of tests and was told everything was ok except I have a mild case of left ventricular hypertrophy.
For several months I have been receiving treatment for hypertension. This remains high at approximately 150 over 90, despite the fact I am taking four different types of medication. My mum and dad both had hypertension.

I run regularly and have completed four marathons. Should I be very concerned, am I worrying too much and is it advisable for me to run? I couldn't really get a definitive answer from my GP.
The BOTTOM LINE here, my friend....is that you MUST find a new doctor soon. First of all, the heart is nothing to mess with. You NEED a doctor that informs you of your diagnoses WITHOUT you practically begging.!!!! Really, please do start looking for a different Cardiologist! RIGHT AWAY!

Second......
Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is the thickening of the myocardium (muscle) of the left ventricle of the heart. While ventricular hypertrophy can occur naturally as a reaction to aerobic exercise and strength training, it is most frequently referred to as a pathological reaction to cardiovascular disease.

While LVH itself is not a disease, it is usually a marker for disease involving the heart. Disease processes that can cause LVH include any disease that increases the afterload that the heart has to contract against, and some primary diseases of the muscle of the heart.

Causes of increased afterload that can cause LVH include aortic stenosis, aortic insufficiency, and hypertension. Primary disease of the muscle of the heart that cause LVH are known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathies.

Diagnosis
The principle method to diagnose LVH is echocardiography, during which the thickness of the muscle of the heart can be measured. The electrocardiogram (ECG) often shows signs of increased voltage from the heart in individuals with LVH, so this is often used as a screening test to determine who should undergo further testing with an echocardiogram.
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Please take your heart health seriously, and get with someone who actually INFORM you. Accordingly, I would refrain from any aerobic activity. God Bless you.  (+ info)

Suggest suitable exercise regime for a MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSER with LEFT VENTRICULAR HYPERTROPHY who is OBESE?

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yoga, slow running in place, stretches, nothing too heavy or quick  (+ info)

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